Construction / Residential Contractor Continuing Education / Mississippi
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- Residential Contractor CE
- All Residential Classifications
- Updated Oct 2026
Mississippi Residential Contractor Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Mississippi residential contractors licensed on or after July 1, 2015 need 2 hours of board-approved CE every year, and they submit proof of it with their renewal application before the expiration date on their license.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Mississippi State Board of Contractors requirements
Hours per cycle
2 hrs
Applies to licenses issued on or after July 1, 2015
Cycle
1 year
Mississippi residential licenses expire every year
Deadline
Expiration date on your license
Renew every 12 months, before the date on your certificate of licensure
Online allowed?
Yes, all hours
Board-approved online CE counts toward renewal
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Mississippi residential contractor license?
Mississippi residential contractors need CE to renew if their license was issued on or after July 1, 2015. Renewal is handled by the state through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors.
CE applies to
- Residential Builder and Residential Remodeler
- Residential Construction Manager
- Residential Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical and Plumbing
- Residential Roofer
- Residential Solar
Exemptions
- Residential licenses issued before July 1, 2015
- Licenses on inactive status (2 hours are needed before returning to active)
- Members of the Board or its Standing Committee on Residential Builders and Remodelers, while in good standing
Mississippi residential contractor CE at a glance
Mississippi residential contractor renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Mississippi State Board of Contractors |
| CE required? | Yes, for residential licenses issued on or after July 1, 2015 |
| Hours per cycle | 2 hrs |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Required topics | None mandated; any board-approved course counts |
| Online allowed? | Yes, all hours |
| Deadline | Expiration date on your license, every 12 months |
| Who reports | You, with your renewal application |
| Carryover | No, hours don’t carry over |
| Grace period | Late renewal up to 180 days after expiration |
| Renewal fee | $100 ($110 if expired) |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Mississippi residential contractor license need?
Every residential classification needs the same 2 hours of board-approved CE each year. MSBOC doesn’t mandate specific courses. Approved topics can include building codes, construction safety, government regulations, zoning, estimating, business practices and contracts. A credit hour is 50 minutes of instruction.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Builder, Remodeler & Construction Manager | 2 hrs | None mandated by the board | Any board-approved course | Online or classroom, if board-approved |
| Residential Electrical | 2 hrs | None mandated by the board | Any board-approved course | Online or classroom, if board-approved |
| Residential HVAC, Mechanical & Plumbing | 2 hrs | None mandated by the board | Any board-approved course | Online or classroom, if board-approved |
| Residential Roofer & Residential Solar | 2 hrs | None mandated by the board | Any board-approved course | Online or classroom, if board-approved |
The 2-hour rule applies only if your license was issued on or after July 1, 2015. Credit is only given for a full course, and courses taken before you were licensed with MSBOC don’t count.
Deadline
When is the Mississippi residential contractor license renewal deadline?
Mississippi residential licenses must be renewed every 12 months, before the expiration date on your certificate of licensure. MSBOC emails a renewal notice about 60 days before that date, but renewing on time is your responsibility.
| Deadline rule | The expiration date on your certificate of licensure, every 12 months |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Grace period | Late renewal allowed for up to 180 days after the expiration date on your license |
| Late penalty | $10 late fee ($110 total once expired); after 180 days you must file a new application |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your renewal application |
Steps
How to renew a Mississippi residential contractor license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore your deadline
Complete 2 hours of CE approved by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors for your residential classification. - Get your certificateSame day
Save or print the certificate of completion you get when you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedWith your renewal
You’re responsible for submitting proof of your CE with your renewal application, so attach your certificate. - Pay the renewal fee$100 fee
Renew online through MSBOC (pay and upload your documents together) or mail the residential renewal form with a $100 check or money order before your expiration date. If your license has expired, the fee is $110. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm with the Board that your license shows the new expiration date.
Providers
Approved Mississippi residential contractor license CE providers
We haven’t compared CE providers for this license yet. Use the board’s approved provider list to confirm a course counts before you pay. Courses must be approved by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors to count.
Approval
How to check a Mississippi residential contractor CE course is approved
Only courses approved by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors and taught by approved providers or instructors count. Approved courses state the number of CE hours the Board has granted them, and the Board keeps the approved list on its website.
- Find the course on the Board’s approved continuing education list before you pay.
- Check that it’s approved for 2 hours of CE credit.
- Make sure it fits your residential classification, especially if you hold a Residential Electrical license.
Reporting
How Mississippi residential contractor CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
You report your own CE in Mississippi. Each qualifying party sends proof of the 2 hours with the yearly renewal, either uploaded with an online renewal or mailed with the renewal form. Approved providers also send MSBOC a roster of attendees within 14 days of the course.
- Your provider must give you a certificate of completion within 30 days of the course.
- Attach proof of each qualifying party’s 2 hours to your renewal, or the renewal is returned.
- Hours don’t carry over from one licensure period to the next.
- Giving MSBOC false CE documentation leads to fines and action against your license.
- Keep a copy of every certificate in case MSBOC asks for it later.
Cost
How much does Mississippi residential contractor license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| License renewal fee | $100 | Mississippi State Board of Contractors |
| Late renewal fee | $10 late fee ($110 total) | Mississippi State Board of Contractors |
| New application (expired over 180 days) | $50 residential application fee | Mississippi State Board of Contractors |
| CE course (2 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the MSBOC fee schedule and residential renewal form, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Mississippi residential contractor license
MSBOC lets you renew late for up to 180 days after the expiration date on your license, for $110 instead of $100. After 180 days the license can’t be renewed, and you’ll need to file a new application.
Late renewal
Up to 180 days after expiration, with a $110 fee and proof of your 2 hours.
Expired over 180 days
The license can’t be renewed. You must submit a new application ($50 residential application fee).
Inactive status
Send a written request and a $25 fee. CE is waived while inactive, but you still renew and pay every year, and you can’t bid, contract or work. You need 2 hours of CE before returning to active status.
Makeup CE
You can’t renew without proof of the 2 required hours.
Who controls
Who controls Mississippi residential contractor license renewal?
Renewal authority
Mississippi State Board of Contractors
2679 Crane Ridge Drive, Suite C, Jackson, MS 39216 (mail: P.O. Box 320279, Jackson, MS 39232)
Phone: 601-354-6161 or 800-880-6161
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews residential contractor licenses
- Approves residential contractor CE providers, instructors and courses
- Reviews proof of CE submitted with renewal applications
Getting licensed
Getting a Mississippi residential contractor license
Need the license first? Our Mississippi guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Mississippi residential contractor license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a Mississippi residential contractor need?
2 hours every year, if your license was issued on or after July 1, 2015.
When is the deadline?
Residential licenses must be renewed every 12 months, before the expiration date on your certificate of licensure. You can renew late for up to 180 days for $110.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses can cover the full 2 hours.
Who reports my hours?
You do. Licensees submit proof of CE with their renewal application.
Do I need CE if I was licensed before July 2015?
No. The CE rule applies to residential licenses issued on or after July 1, 2015, and the renewal form says the requirement doesn’t apply to licenses issued before that date.
Do hours carry over?
No. MSBOC rules don’t allow CE hours to carry over from one licensure period to the next, so you need 2 new hours each year.
Do I need CE if my license is inactive?
No. CE is waived while your license is inactive, but you need 2 hours before you return to active status.
Sources
Official sources for Mississippi residential contractor CE rules
- Mississippi State Board of Contractors
- Mississippi residential contractor continuing education requirements
- MSBOC continuing education page
- MSBOC continuing education rules and guidelines
- MSBOC renewing your license
- MSBOC residential license renewal form
- MSBOC fee schedule
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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